Cranberry and Chocolate Bread

Name: Cranberry and Chocolate Bread
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 10 slices
Cuisine: Canadian
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and levelled); 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 3/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed); 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted); 1 large egg (beaten); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup fresh cranberries (roughly chopped); 3/4 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet)

70 min 10 slices Easy

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Cranberry and Chocolate Bread

A delightful cranberry and chocolate bread perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Total

70 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Cranberry and chocolate bread is a delightful combination of tart cranberries and rich chocolate, making it a perfect treat for any time of the day. This bread is not only delicious but also visually appealing with its speckled appearance. Whether you enjoy it as a breakfast option or a dessert, this bread is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. The combination of the tartness from the cranberries and the sweetness from the chocolate creates a balanced flavour profile that is simply irresistible.

Ingredients

Servings

Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

Add-ins

Instructions

Preheat oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Mix dry ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Combine wet ingredients

In another bowl, mix the orange juice, melted butter, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Combine mixtures

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

Pro tip: Do not overmix to prevent a tough bread.

Fold in add-ins

Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and chocolate chips.

Transfer to pan

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Pro tip: Check after 45 minutes to avoid overbaking.

Cool

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Tips & Tricks

<ul><li>Ensure cranberries are plump and fresh for best results.</li><li>Use good quality chocolate chips for a richer flavour.</li><li>Check bread doneness with a skewer; it should come out clean.</li><li>Let the bread cool completely before slicing for neat pieces.</li></ul>

Serving Suggestions

Serve this cranberry and chocolate bread slightly warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey for added sweetness. It pairs wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or tea. To store, wrap the cooled bread in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. It will keep for up to 3 days at room temperature, or you can freeze it for up to 2 months for later enjoyment.